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I think it is fine to combine them. You need to do what is right for you. People always have the option of breezing through the blog post if they don't really feel like reading it. I'm sure they belong to about 200 like many people. If it is interesting, and we have time, we read it. If it doesn't really interest us, we just buzz through it because we are busy, or aren't into it at the moment. You have to live for YOU!

I would like to see them combined too. We all have many interests and it would be much easier on you to only write one blog and have time to do the fun things too. I'm a very happy follower and I will continue to be! :-)

I think combining them is a good idea. I too have an interest in other crafts, although I may not do them as much as I used to. People certainly have the option of skipping posts about subjects that don't interest them. However, I think it's more likely that your readers may discover something else they'd like to try.

Combine them! I can't tell you how many times I try new, creative, endeavors because of postings on "quilt blogs". I follow this blog but am always hesitant to add a new one...I follow so many already. Thanks for asking! Toni

Combine them! THe pressure of keeping up two blogs is keeping you from posting on either. My blog started as primarily a quilting blog, but now it's more like my scrapbook. I read a lot of blogs that are about much more than quilting. I'd love to learn more about your fiber-y stuff!

I definitely think you should combine them! So many quilters are also involved in fiber arts of different kinds too. I also enjoy knitting, crocheting and embroidery. I have difficulty keeping up with one blog - I couldn't imagine the headache of trying to manage two! You could say the new, inclusive blog would be more for the bang! LOL!!!

I would say combine them! I have to agree exactly with the words of Quilty Conscience, there are many things I have tried or been interested in because I have seen it on a blog I normally follow. And others are right, if one does not want to read on it they may look on to other postings instead, both groups have a bit to enjoy! I am glad you are back, I have been looking for you!

I think if you are finding it stressful to keep up with two blogs, by all means combine them. I don't read all of the blog posts that I subscribe to, just the ones I have time to read or are interested in. I read about hobbies other than ones I am involved in just because it interests me.

Combine them by all means! Two blogs must be extremely hard to maintain. I can barely maintain one and do the other things I need to do. I would love to see what else you are doing and I'm sure others would too.

I would combine them. I have to be truthful and didn't even know you had another blog but I would love to see what else you work on. My blog is a passion for applique but I show other things I do too. Some things not even related to quilting. I just share what I want.I just went to your other blog and I think it would be great to show us all the things you like to do.

I think combinding them is great. I sew but I love inspiration from all sorts of crafts and you do so many, it is always fun to see. I think the tabs are great as I can choose what I want to browse as well. Do what works for you!

Miss ruby Slippers,I think that the two blogs combine nicely and would be fine with you having just one blog. I am sure it is hard to sort and decide which info goes to which blog. Besides I would ju find it difficult to make enough time to manage two blogs- I know I find it challenging sometimes to manage my one blog . I will continue to follow your blog which ever way you decide to go. I think the second book looks interesting- I am sure the first one is fun too but I have a large stash that always needs more projects to use it more. Regards from Western Canada,Anna

I think you should combine them. I don't knit or do anything but quilt, so sometimes I scroll over that part when I read blogs that touch on embroidery or whatever else. But sometimes I read it with interest, so go for it! It looks like most of us are in favor of it.

Anything that makes life easier is how I roll! I guess that's a vote for one blog. A wise woman once told me that life has so many things we cannot control or get a choice in, that when it comes to a decision that will improve our life, time, etc, make the choice for ease and peace of mind! I vote for your happiness!:-}pokey

I think you should combine them into one big blog. I only have one blog and there are times I struggle as to what to post about. I'm busy knitting and sewing but I don't always have something to show. I think we all try to make our blogs fun and interesting so it must be doubly hard when you have 2 blogs. I think you would make your life much easier if you just had one. We all want to simplify! That's what you'd be doing!!

Sometimes when I have a decision to make, I often choose the answer that will most simplify my life. So, in answer to your question, I would combine the blogs - to simplify your life. That's what I would do. : )

I think you should combine them. It is fun to read about all sorts of projects. Not everything has to be about quilting. Fiber includes a lot of things. I write about all sorts of things. It is my journal, more or less, and I like it that way. Have fun!

No problem, dear. Combine them. I like to read about crafting, quilting, etc. I combined sewing, cooking and traveling in my blog. I decided not to have separate blogs. Great giveaway :D I like the Quilted Gifts from your Scraps and Stash book.

I think combining them is a GREAT idea, partly for a selfish reason--I like to read them both, but often don't have time. thanks for taking the time to blog when you can--it's always great to read you. :)

As most everyone, I agree you should combine the blogs. Sometimes it becomes difficult to just keep up with one blog and you need to do whatever keeps your sanity. I have missed you while you have been "re-grouping" and so don't want you to become so overwhelmed with trying to keep up that we lose your wonderful blog entirely!

I've been struggling with the same issue. I think it would be easier on you to combine them. I know it would be easier for me to combine mine, but I share one with my daughter, so that really wouldn't work so well for me.

it is your time, your life=make it easier on yourself. I tend to read blogs that are dealing with life and quilting. Like Judy's Patchwork blog, she has several titles in her blog to discuss. It gives us the chance to not read or to read each. I knit once every 10 yrs. so not into fibers like I use to be. I havent sewn in 9 months, so I have a mental block going on. You DO what YOU want to.

You have to do whats best for you so I say combine them. I wouldnt mind seeing the fiber stuff, and if not, I can bypass it. Again you need to do whats best for you. We will adjust. Take care. Michelle

It's nice to have you back posting no matter what subject you are writing about. It would be lovely to read and learn more about fiber arts. If it works for you to combine your blogs, I'll be here happily reading whatever you are posting. Please do not put me in for the giveaway. Although the books look lovely, I just won a book from you during the H2H challenge.

hey girlfriend... I'm with alot of others. .. if it's in front of me I READ IT AND it's available.. you are so lucky to have so many followers.... I don't grow ... i think I must be boring.. but I'm nice and I love people.. Annie your the best to like you told me once... just Beeee the Best you can Beee!.. love ya b.j.

I haven't read the others comments, but my humble opinion is that you should just do one. And write about exactly what YOU want to write about. If people are interested, they'll read it. And if not, so what? It's your time and trouble and effort. And the quilters out here might learn something about fiber arts, and the fiber folks might want to start sewing. Who knows?

One of the reasons I loved your blog when I first found it was the diversity of the crafting. I have enjoyed reading the two blogs but if it is a choice between one blog or no blog then combine them. Also, even if the craft you are posting about is not something I am doing at this time, it is lovely to see your creations and gain some inspiration from them.I would definitely combine the two blogs. I will be a follower of your blog(s) no matter what!!!

I am in the same dilemma, although my hobbies are not as closely tied: 1. Glass bead making ~ and ~ 2. Quilting. Just after I started quilting (not quite a year ago), I created a new blog just for it. Lately I've been considering combining the 2 again, but I do like the looks of them both! But like you, I do struggle to get them posted.I'd suggest since your blogs both entail textiles, to combine them. Just my 2 cents. I enjoy your blog, and will follow wherever you go :-)

I have just been trying to work out how to make my blog more simple and less cluttered. First and foremost I think your blog should be for you. If it helps you be more organised keep the subject matter separated. If you want to see what you are doing at a glance then it might be better to have it all in one blogspot. I am thinking that I will include entries on a variety of subjects - My life is a patchwork, not of individual blocks but a beautiful quilt and I think blogging it all together will make me feel better.

I like blogs when they are a combo of things. I mean we are not just a one trick pony right?? Yes, I love to quilt, but I also have a family, I camp, I am human! In this cyber world I think that showing multiple sides of yourself make the blog much more personal. Just my opinion!